The Lucky Year Cocktail is not your typical New Year’s cocktail; this is all the luck you will need for the new year inside of a delicious sipper. Did you know that in different cultures around the world, oranges and pomegranates are considered lucky? Oranges and pomegranates are the fruits to give as gifts toRead More

Up your caramel apple game with these delicious chocolate sunflower seed caramel apples. Memories of fall always bring to mind sticky and sweet caramel apples, but this upscale Chocolate Sunflower Seed Caramel Apple is a perfect choice that will please the kids and adults alike. Chocolate sunflower seeds are a favorite special snack, but whenRead More

This Chicken, Kale, and Raisin Salad Spread with Mini Pitas is a delicious and easy snack idea. It’s also a great recipe for using leftover chicken you may have on hand. We’re grabbing spring by the horns and having our fill of light and deliciousness, perfect for the warmer weather. And with an eye towardsRead More

Here’s a new cocktail recipe to try! This Blackberry and Lemon Drop Chiller is a delicious mix of lemon, homemade blackberry syrup, and flavored vodka. Don’t head into summer without a cocktail game plan. We go a cocktail that will knock your socks off and make you feel like the summer will never end. TryRead More

On chilly nights there’s nothing more comforting than a big bowl of soup! Warm up with this quick and easy Instant Pot Creamy Tomato and Yogurt Soup recipe. This is the perfect light meal to whisk the chill away in a hurry. It isn’t quite un-sweater weather yet, and any excuse to serve up aRead More

Warm weather is just around the corner and having a go-to cocktail is essential! Try this refreshing Watermelon, Lemon, and Cranberry Margarita. Let’s talk warm weather cocktails for a second, shall we? First, before the HOT! HOT! HOT! weather gets here you’re going to need a game plan in place to cool yourself, friends, and familyRead More

Here’s a homemade, Simple Pound Cake with Raspberry Syrup Recipe. The drizzle of raspberry syrup on the top of this cake makes it a perfect summer dessert! Here’s a simple, homemade recipe for pound cake. Plus, with the drizzle of Raspberry Simple Syrup, this will be perfect for a light summer dessert! I am inRead More

Here’s a delicious way to use up your leftover ham. This Butternut Squash, Potato, and Ham Casserole is an easy and hearty dish. Some folks wonder what to do with butternut squash beyond the soup bowl. I created a super easy and incredibly yummy recipe, and it uses butternut squash, Yukon Gold potatoes, homemade breadRead More

Create magical food for your unicorn friends. This easy Unicorn Food Cake and Ice Cream Parfait is a mix of ice cream, cake, and lots of fun. What say you mere mortal do a hardy taste of some of the best unicorn fun this side of the rainbow? This Unicorn Food Cake and Ice Cream ParfaitRead More

You don’t have to wait until summer to barbecue! This Winter St. Louis Style Pork Ribs recipe is made in your oven and includes a homemade seasoning rub. I have come to recognize my dependence on barbecue. It’s like air, I got to have it. And so I went ahead and fired up the kitchenRead More

These Blueberry Hand Pies with Lemon Cream Icing and Oat Crunch are a delicious dessert made with fresh fruit. Serve them with brunch or tea with friends. What’s better than pie? How about a pie you can hold in your hand? And if you like sweet apples and juicy blueberries we’re going to get alongRead More

Beat the winter blahs with this Bourbon and Cherry Cocktail! It’s a refreshing recipe with Bourbon, Maraschino cherries, and a splash of citrus. Just because it isn’t summer doesn’t mean you can’t drink like it is! Our Bourbon and Cherry Cocktail is going to make you feel like you’re soaking up the sun in PuertoRead More

A good coleslaw can make for a great salad substitute or as a welcome addition to sandwiches like sliders and burgers. This Red Cabbage Cole Slaw with Sriracha Mayo has a great boost of color and flavor! Who says cole slaw is just for summer time? Contrary to popular belief, a well-made cole slaw likeRead More

These Southwest Loaded Chicken Spring Rolls are packed with flavorful ingredients. This recipe makes the perfect appetizer or finger food with a lot of southwestern flair! Do you like eating with your hands? We do too! In honor of the Chinese New Year, it’s the year of the rooster (if you didn’t know) and we’re makingRead More

Get ready for spring and summer with our minty cocktail. Filled with ginger beer, tequila, grapefruit, and mint, try our Cranberry and Citrus Mint Cocktail Psst! This little cocktail newsflash is a reminder that you don’t have to wait for summertime to come to you. In just a few minutes and shake of thisRead More

Want to make some Cuban Chicken Sliders? I guarantee you will love them! Okay, you have more than likely heard of the famous Cuban sandwich, right? It is an original sandwich creation made traditionally with chopped pork loin, layers of ham, slices of Swiss cheese, crispy pickles, and savory yellow mustard. Now, we’re going toRead More

Do you have leftover pork from the holidays? Try this healthy Red Quinoa Bowl with Pork and Vegetables for lunch or a light dinner. So, here’s the dilemma. You made a crazy ginormous piece of pork and find yourself with enough leftovers to feed an infantry. What to do? This Red Quinoa Bowl with PorkRead More

Our Mardi Gras Ice Ring is a one of a kind festive creation that will keep your punch bowl looking absolutely beautiful and delicious! When you celebrate Mardi Gras this year we think it’s a pretty good idea to have our delicious Mardi Gras King Cake Soda Ice Ring keeping everything in the punch bowlRead More

If you are looking for a super healthy and delicious lunch or dinner idea, I think we have a very good option. This Quinoa Bowl with Swordfish and Avocado is definitely a winner. If you haven’t tried swordfish, now is the time and your kitchen is the place. Swordfish is the steak of the seaRead More

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.